Miami holds off New Orleans 21-17
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Saints rookie quarterback Tyler Shough and second-year wide receiver Devaughn Vele got into a groove during the late stages of Sunday’s game in Miami, putting up big numbers en route to the near comeback. However, it was a phenomenal defensive play from one of the Dolphins top defenders that saved the day for Miami in this one.
Saints rookie QB Tyler Shough showed flashes of franchise quarterback ability, but until he puts it together more consistently the Saints offense will likely struggle.
The Miami Dolphins might have figured out what works for them defensively. That's not particularly good news for the New Orleans Saints. They meet on Sunday afternoon in South Florida, and the matchup might be best summarized like this: — The Dolphins aren't allowing many points.
The Dolphins (4-7) host the New Orleans Saints (2-9) on Sunday, Nov. 30 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens in Week 13 of the NFL regular season.
Justin Reid suffered a knee injury on the first play of the Saints game against the Dolphins and is questionable to return.
The New Orleans Saints have decided to let Charlie Smyth, a former Gaelic football player from Northern Ireland, take over place kicking and kickoff duties on Sunday in Miami, when he will make his NFL regular-season debut.
Everything you need to know about the NFL match between the Miami Dolphins and the New Orleans Saints, as well as kick-off time and team news